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The GKNB Returned the Territory of the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise to the State

On February 3, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported that a violation had been established in the form of illegal privatization of land belonging to the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise (PATP-1). Specialists from the security service found that in the early 2000s, the former director of the enterprise carried out the illegal privatization of its territory. Later, he divided the plot into several parts, which were registered under trusted individuals.

03.02.2026, 11:03
"Tottenham performed a miracle in the match against Manchester City"
Sports

"Tottenham performed a miracle in the match against Manchester City"

The football community was stunned by the determined performance of London’s "Tottenham," which managed to come back from two goals down and finish the match against "Manchester City" in a 2:2 draw. Dominic Solanke became the star of the match, scoring a stunning goal with a "scorpion" kick that not only amazed the spectators in the stadium but also seriously undermined the ambitions of the "Citizens" in the title race. This outcome was a true gift for

03.02.2026, 11:00
Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on February 3
Economy

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on February 3

The currency exchange rates presented below are valid as of February 3 and have been collected from various commercial bank websites. For clarification of information, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. Please note that the indicated rates are intended for cash exchange and may change throughout the day.

03.02.2026, 10:57
Exclusive

The Deputy Head of the Ministry of Construction answered who receives 500,000 soms and revealed his salary

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 3, Imanakun uulu explained how the salaries of employees earning 500,000 soms are formed. He noted that architects study longer than many other professions – from six to seven years, while students receive their education in five years. According to him, the cost of one project plan varies from 15 to 20 dollars per square meter. Considering that architects work with areas of 1,000 to 2,000 square meters, the earnings become

03.02.2026, 10:56
Scientists have found a new way to search for potentially habitable planets
Local news / Exclusive

Scientists have found a new way to search for potentially habitable planets

Specialists from the P.K. Sternberg State Astronomical Institute (GAISH) of Moscow State University, together with an international team of scientists, have developed an innovative approach to assess the conditions necessary for the existence of life on Earth-like planets orbiting red dwarfs—the most common type of stars in our Galaxy. The study, funded by the Russian Science Foundation (RSF), was published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. Scientists noted that red

03.02.2026, 10:54
Local news

Transition to a 12-Year Education. Officials Do Not Consider the New Program Difficult

At a recent briefing, Olga Bryzgalova, a representative of the Ministry of Education, noted that the new subject standards and programs in mathematics and natural sciences for students in grades 1, 2, 5, and 7 are not more difficult than the previous ones. They are simply restructured and organized according to a different principle. In her opinion, the main difficulties were faced by the teachers themselves, who needed to master the new teaching methodology during the summer break.

03.02.2026, 10:53
In Kazakhstan, a site for the second nuclear power plant has been approved
In the world

In Kazakhstan, a site for the second nuclear power plant has been approved

Illustrative photo The construction of the second nuclear power plant will take place in the Almaty region, near the village of Ulken, according to the official document. The text of the resolution states: “To make a decision on the construction of the nuclear facility ‘Second Nuclear Power Plant’ and to designate the location for its placement — Zhambyl District of Almaty Region.”

03.02.2026, 10:51
Kyrgyzstan Tightens Oversight of the Pawnshop Market
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Kyrgyzstan Tightens Oversight of the Pawnshop Market

The government is introducing new requirements for pawnshops In Kyrgyzstan, a reform in the field of non-bank lending has begun. The decree signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev introduces strict minimum standards for pawnshops. This document will become an important part of the strategy to improve the financial market and will apply to all licensed operators in the country. The new rules pertain to organizational processes and require an increase in the level of transparency of legal

03.02.2026, 10:49
Health / Exclusive

In Alai, men's health is being checked

In Alai, Osh region, a month-long initiative aimed at improving men's health has been launched. The first stage of the campaign involved medical examinations for employees of various organizations located in the building of the district state administration.

03.02.2026, 10:48
The Housing Committee supported the bill to strengthen control over the activities of homeowners' associations.
Local news / Exclusive

The Housing Committee supported the bill to strengthen control over the activities of homeowners' associations.

During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on industrial policy, transport, energy, architecture, and construction, a bill concerning amendments to the legislation on homeowners' associations for residential and non-residential premises in apartment buildings was supported. First Deputy Minister of Justice Almazbek Zarylbek uulu emphasized that the proposed amendments aim to improve the functioning of homeowners' associations. In particular, the bill includes measures

03.02.2026, 10:43
Local news

Ministry of Labor: Employers Delaying Salaries Will Have to Pay Penalties

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration has presented updates to the Labor Code concerning the issue of delayed wages. According to information posted on the agency's website, a unified penalty percentage is now established. If an employer fails to pay wages, vacation pay, severance payments, or other dues, they will have to additionally pay 0.25 percent of the debt amount for each calendar day of delay at the time of actual settlement.

03.02.2026, 10:40
In the world

Elon Musk Wants to Launch a Million Satellites into Orbit

Elon Musk, the well-known American entrepreneur, announced the merger of his space company SpaceX and the startup xAI, which is engaged in artificial intelligence development, including the chatbot Grok. This was reported by the "Russian Service of the BBC". In an official statement on the SpaceX website, the businessman noted that the merger of these two companies will lead to the creation of an "innovative machine" capable of handling artificial intelligence, rocket

03.02.2026, 10:39
Health

Medical tourism has gained significant scale and is a negative phenomenon, - head of the Ministry of Health

The Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov stated at a board meeting that medical tourism has reached significant proportions and represents a negative phenomenon. He noted that many citizens are forced to seek treatment abroad due to the low quality of medical services in the country. However, such treatment does not always lead to positive outcomes — often patients return home without the necessary assistance.

03.02.2026, 10:38
Ecology

At the Ministry of Natural Resources, the development of adaptive landscapes and pastures was discussed

The Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Almaz Musaev, held a meeting with a delegation from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), led by Country Director Laura Mattioli. This was reported on February 3, based on information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. During the meeting, Mattioli thanked the Kyrgyz side for their active cooperation and positively assessed the reforms being carried out in the field of ecology in the republic.

03.02.2026, 10:37
Local news

For violating regulations, the Ministry of Construction imposed fines totaling 140 million soms.

Last year, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services conducted inspections at 3,806 construction sites. This was reported by Deputy Minister Talantbek Imanakun uulu during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on industrial policy, transport, fuel and energy complex, architecture, and construction. He added that in 2025, the State Expertise Department reviewed applications regarding 2,401 sites, of which 2,005 received construction permits.

03.02.2026, 10:36
The second business forum "B5+1" will start tomorrow in Bishkek.
Economy / Exclusive

The second business forum "B5+1" will start tomorrow in Bishkek.

From February 4 to 6, the second business forum "B5+1" will take place in Bishkek. This significant event, organized with the support of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, is intended to create a platform where business leaders from Central Asia and the USA can exchange views and establish contacts. The forum will focus on strengthening economic ties in the region and developing a productive dialogue between the public and private sectors.

03.02.2026, 10:33
The specialized committee of the State Duma approved amendments to the bill on renewable energy sources.
Economy / Exclusive

The specialized committee of the State Duma approved amendments to the bill on renewable energy sources.

The profile committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with industrial policy, transport, the energy sector, architecture, and construction, approved the bill concerning amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Renewable Energy Sources" in three stages. Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov emphasized that this bill aims to develop the renewable electricity sector, modernize energy systems, improve the investment climate, and promote sustainable economic growth in the

03.02.2026, 10:31
The Dalai Lama Received a Grammy Award: China's Foreign Ministry Expressed Discontent
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The Dalai Lama Received a Grammy Award: China's Foreign Ministry Expressed Discontent

At the ceremony in Los Angeles, his audiobook "Meditations: Reflections of the Dalai Lama" was recognized as the best in its category, marking a significant event. The Dalai Lama expressed gratitude and humility while accepting the award: "This award is not just my personal achievement, but a recognition of our shared responsibility. I am convinced that peace, compassion, care for the environment, and understanding of the unity of humanity are extremely important for the

03.02.2026, 10:30
Meat, sugar, citrus fruits, and cocoa butter can be imported into Kyrgyzstan without paying customs duties
Exclusive

Meat, sugar, citrus fruits, and cocoa butter can be imported into Kyrgyzstan without paying customs duties

At the meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council held on January 30, 2026, important decisions were made regarding the support of the agricultural sector of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. As part of the new documents, tariff benefits have been established regarding the exemption from import customs duties for a number of goods that have social and economic significance and are imported into the country for domestic consumption and processing:

03.02.2026, 10:28
Incidents

The state has returned a plot of the passenger transport enterprise (photos, videos)

It has been established in Osh that the territory of the passenger transport enterprise (PATP-1) was illegally privatized. This is reported in a press release from the State Committee for National Security. The investigation believes that in the early 2000s, the former director of PATP-1 carried out the illegal privatization of the land, after which he divided it into several plots that were registered under individuals connected to him.

03.02.2026, 10:26
Is there enough coal at the Bishkek CHPP?
Local news

Is there enough coal at the Bishkek CHPP?

Information about the station's operation from the city hall The Bishkek city hall informs that the coal reserves at the CHPP are sufficient to ensure "stable operation" during this heating season. According to the provided data, the average capacity of the station is 455 MW. The CHPP produces up to 9,285 thousand Gcal of thermal energy and generates about 10 million 925 thousand kWh of electricity per day. At the same time, the daily coal consumption is 7,831 thousand tons, and

03.02.2026, 10:25
Local news / Exclusive

At the water body in the Chuy region, the bite started: almost 5 kg in just a couple of hours

At the Melioration water body, located in the Jayil district of the Chui region, there is significant fish activity. Experienced sport fishermen attribute this to sharp changes in the weather. "As soon as we arrived at the spot, drilled the holes, and settled in, the bites started almost instantly — one after another. We used earthworms combined with maggots as bait. The bites were quite cautious, and it was easy to miss them if you got distracted from the hole," said sport fisherman

03.02.2026, 10:24
A group of individuals selling accounts and bank cards of citizens to fraudsters has been detained.
Incidents / Exclusive

A group of individuals selling accounts and bank cards of citizens to fraudsters has been detained.

In Kyrgyzstan, the illegal activities of a group of individuals who were involved in activating accounts in mobile messengers such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Lalafo using phone numbers from local mobile operators have been terminated. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan. According to the agency, members of this group also acted as "drop points," attracting citizens of Kyrgyzstan to sell their bank cards. These cards

03.02.2026, 10:22
Incidents

Hit the schoolchildren. The physical education teacher at Issyk-Kul was held accountable for the beating.

In the Issyk-Kul region, an incident occurred in which a physical education teacher assaulted eighth-grade students. This information was confirmed by the regional Department of Internal Affairs. On January 28, the parent of one of the victims, a resident of the village of Chyrak named K.K., filed a report with the Jetiy-Oguz District Internal Affairs Department stating that his son and his classmates had become victims of violence by the teacher J.K. during a lesson.

03.02.2026, 10:17
Economy

Meat, sugar, and fruits exempted from import duties. Details

At the meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council, held on January 30 of this year, a decision was made to grant Kyrgyzstan tariff preferences for the import of a number of goods that have social and economic significance. These measures are aimed at supporting the agro-industrial sector, ensuring the domestic market, and curbing price increases, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. According to the new rules, the import of beef (fresh,

03.02.2026, 10:16
Groundhog Phil from the USA once again took on the role of weather oracle and announced when to expect spring.
Exclusive

Groundhog Phil from the USA once again took on the role of weather oracle and announced when to expect spring.

Despite the cold, tens of thousands of spectators attended the celebration. This year, anyone wishing to take a photo with the groundhog was denied, as it was not planned to keep him out in the cold for long. The tradition of consulting groundhogs for weather predictions began in the 1880s when German farmers migrated to the USA. In some parts of Germany, they observed the sleeping animals to predict how long the frosts would last. Today, thousands of people gather to hear Phil the

03.02.2026, 10:16
The territory of the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise has been returned to state ownership.
Exclusive

The territory of the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise has been returned to state ownership.

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan has uncovered a case of illegal privatization of the territory of the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise (PATP-1). According to the security service, the former director of the enterprise unlawfully appropriated land in the early 2000s, after which he divided the plot into several parcels, registering them in the names of his associates.

03.02.2026, 10:14
AI Bots Have Their Own Social Network: What You Need to Know About Moltbook
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AI Bots Have Their Own Social Network: What You Need to Know About Moltbook

In this social network, AI agents, which are autonomous virtual assistants, are capable of performing various tasks and making decisions without human oversight. In 2025, several major global companies in the AI field, such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI, launched or developed their own digital assistants. However, there is a question: do these agents truly act autonomously, or is their behavior dependent on human prompts?

03.02.2026, 10:12
Drones in Kazakhstan Will Collect Convicts
Exclusive

Drones in Kazakhstan Will Collect Convicts

The production of drones near Astana will be organized with the participation of convicts, reports Orda.kz, citing the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. As part of this project, the state enterprise "Enbek" is providing employment for convicts. Repair work has been carried out in the colony, and now machines for production have been installed. This is not just assembly, but the creation of a full-fledged process.

03.02.2026, 10:11
Kyrgyzstan Significantly Reduced Import of Seedlings
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Significantly Reduced Import of Seedlings

The Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine, which is part of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, has announced the introduction of strict control measures for the import of seedlings, which are classified as products with a high phytosanitary risk. According to the press service of the department, every seedling crossing the country's border must undergo a multi-level inspection. This includes a detailed check of documents and certificates, as well

03.02.2026, 10:10
Local news

Three Minor Children Drowned in Sokuluk

In the village of Maisky, which is part of the Zhany-Pakhtinsky rural district of the Sokuluk region, a tragedy occurred in which three children, born in 2021, drowned in a local canal. This information was confirmed by representatives of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. The incident happened on February 2. Law enforcement received a report that the children had drowned in the canal. An investigative operational group immediately went to the scene. Upon arrival, it was

03.02.2026, 10:08
Local news

Ministry of Construction: Currently, 668 facilities are being built in Kyrgyzstan

The Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Talantbek Imanakun uulu stated at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that in 2025, 15.5 billion soms will be allocated from the republican budget for the construction of various facilities. In 2024, it is planned to allocate 11.6 billion soms for these purposes.

03.02.2026, 10:08
Sculpture Competitions and National Games: How the Snow Leopard Festival Went
Local news

Sculpture Competitions and National Games: How the Snow Leopard Festival Went

Photo by the President's Administration. Snow Leopard Festival In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz area, a festival called "Protecting the Snow Leopard - 2026" took place, as reported by the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan. An important moment of the event was the opening of a new bridge and viewing platform located near the jadeite—a unique stone that has now been added to the list of local attractions. These sites have become a significant part of the

03.02.2026, 10:07
In Kyzyl-Kiya, serious violations were found at the construction site of a seven-story building
Incidents

In Kyzyl-Kiya, serious violations were found at the construction site of a seven-story building

Photo by the Ministry of Construction Employees of the Batken Regional Office of State Architectural and Construction Control identified serious technical safety violations at the construction of a seven-story residential building located on Lenin Street in Kyzyl-Kiya. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. As a result of the inspection conducted at the site of LLC "Golden Square," an act was drawn up in accordance with the

03.02.2026, 10:06
Economy

Renewable Energy Sources will allocate 1 percent of their revenue to local budgets

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with industrial policy, transport, the fuel and energy complex, architecture, and construction, deputies adopted amendments to the law "On Renewable Energy Sources" in the second and third readings. According to the changes, instead of allocating 1% of the total volume of produced energy to local self-governments, as provided for in the current legislation, renewable energy facilities will now be required to transfer 1%

03.02.2026, 10:04
Health

The maternity ward has opened at the Osh Interregional Hospital after major renovations.

The opening of the maternity hospital took place at the Osh Interregional United Clinical Hospital after the completion of major renovations, reports the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. High-ranking officials attended the ceremony, including First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov, the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Osh Region Aman Kenjebayev, Deputy Mayor of the city Nurlan Zakirov, and Chairman of the Osh City Council Bolot Bayetov, as well as the

03.02.2026, 10:03
In the village of Zhany-Pakhta, three 4-year-old children drowned
Incidents

In the village of Zhany-Pakhta, three 4-year-old children drowned

The children were playing on a frozen body of water A tragic incident occurred in the village of Zhany-Pakhta, located in the Sokuluk district: three four-year-old children drowned. Information about the incident was received by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The fatal accident happened on February 2. According to preliminary data, the toddlers fell through the ice of a water body in their area. Local residents managed to pull the bodies of the children out and handed them over to the

03.02.2026, 10:02
Economy

Changes in the Management of "Optima Bank"

OJSC "Optima Bank" announced changes in its management, according to information provided by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. In particular, Adal Izmukhanov, who had held the position of First Deputy Chairman since 2021, has left his position.

03.02.2026, 10:00
Exclusive

In Tokmok, owners of service, trade, and catering establishments were warned about the state language.

In Tokmok, located in the Chui region, owners of various trade, public catering, and service establishments received warnings about the necessity to comply with the law on the state language. According to the local mayor's office, a working group was created, consisting of employees from the mayor's office and its structural divisions, to ensure the full implementation of the constitutional law "On the State Language of the Kyrgyz Republic" and to increase the use of the

03.02.2026, 09:59
EEC approved tariff benefits for the import of meat, sugar, and fruits into Kyrgyzstan
Economy / Exclusive

EEC approved tariff benefits for the import of meat, sugar, and fruits into Kyrgyzstan

As a result of the meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council held on January 30, several decisions were made aimed at supporting the agro-industrial sector of Kyrgyzstan. This information was provided by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency's information, the new documents provide for exemption from import customs duties for a number of goods that have significant social and economic importance,

03.02.2026, 09:52